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I reached on 9am vs I reached at 9am

'I reached at 9am' is the correct phrase to use when indicating the time of arrival. 'I reached on 9am' isn't a standard construction in English.
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Last updated: September 05, 2024

I reached on 9am

'I reached on 9am' is not a correct construction in English.

The preposition 'at' is used to indicate a specific time when talking about arrival. Therefore, the correct phrase is 'I reached at 9am.'
  • Political agreement was reached on 31 October 2011.
  • Compromise was reached on twelve amendments.
  • However, no final agreement was reached on that initiative.
  • No conclusion is therefore reached on this point.
  • I reached out to the global scientific community.
  • In 1994 agreement was reached on a Community-wide definition of tonnage.
  • Agreement was reached on one amendment with the two sides remaining far apart after an unsuccessful first Conciliation Committee meeting.
  • Following a third trialogue on 9 April 2002, agreement was reached on 10 further amendments.
  • Agreement still needs to be reached on a means for providing the €27m.
  • Mr Fava and Mrs Sanders-ten Holte said they had not really expected a compromise to be reached on such sensitive issues.
  • Consensus was also reached on maintaining the workshops in their current form.
  • In another point, agreement was also reached on limiting transaction costs.
  • In the light of the agreement recently reached on a new financial perspective: 1.
  • No agreement was reached on aviation fuel tax during the last International Civil Aviation Organisation talks.
  • What stage has been reached on this plan? 2.
  • In that framework, the agreement reached on the Energy Labelling Directive brings an important added value.
  • Finally, a compromise was reached on the issue of auditors' liability.
  • Lastly, she suggested that some agreement should be reached on the return of the Elgin Marbles before the Athens Olympics next year.
  • In another point, agreement was also reached on limiting transaction costs.
  • Furthermore consensus has been reached on providing national data on the value of licences issued.

Alternatives:

  • I reached at 9am
  • I arrived at 9am

I reached at 9am

'I reached at 9am' is the correct phrase to use when indicating the time of arrival.

When specifying the time of arrival, the preposition 'at' is used. Therefore, 'I reached at 9am' is the appropriate phrase to use.
  • But the conclusion I reached at that moment was that I didn't have a lot of other options.
  • At 9am on Wednesday the Portuguese Prime Minister, José Sócrates, will discuss with MEPs his country's priorities for the next six months.
  • 'I signed in at 9am.
  • Departure at 9am in front of the reception and back at 12Pm.
  • At 9am opening of the Race Management Offices at the Congress Centre Plaza Plachèda of Livigno.
  • Trial will commence tomorrow at 9am.
  • The SM couple at 9am rescheduled for tomorrow.
  • Valid for 5 people traveling together, for a full day starting at 9am.
  • See you all at the airport at 9AM.
  • I skipped the appointment at 9am.
  • Yes? Yes, my Migrant Melbourne articles will be on your desk at 9am sharp.
  • At 9am, Finnish Prime Minister Matti VANHANEN will present the priorities of the Finnish Presidency to the European Parliament.
  • The award ceremony begins at 9am in room PHS 01A002 in the European Parliament.
  • Slovenian Prime Minister Janez JANŠA will present the priorities of the Slovenian Presidency at 9am on Wednesday 16 January.
  • FEMALE RECORDED VOICE: Received at 9am.
  • Prime Minster Tony BLAIR will, in a speech to the European Parliament, launch the UK Presidency on Thursday morning at 9am.
  • The constituent meeting of the Temporary Committee will be held on Wednesday 26 November 2003 at 9am in Brussels.
  • Corciano (PG) - On September 29th at 9am the Auditorium Comunale will be hosting the study seminar 1812 - 2012.
  • Seats released every Monday at 9am CET to allow for reservations three weeks in advance.
  • She was seen arriving at 9am which indicates a large delay.

Alternatives:

  • I arrived at 9am
  • I got to the office at 9am
  • I made it to the meeting at 9am
  • I got there at 9am

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